Hi, it’s Michelle 👋
Happy World Teacher’s Day! Sending good vibes to all the teachers in our world who shape us and impact us long after we leave them. 🧡
The weather has turned here in Central Virginia - the evenings are cooler and the humidity seems to have dropped off and I hope it’s cooling off where you are too! It’s the perfect season for fiber fests and fall festivals - hopefully there’s one near you!
Cooler weather also means cozy nights and the perfect excuse to gather and stitch with friends
Have your Yarn Cost Calculator handy to help you compare different yarns.
In this week’s e-mail:
How to Find (or Start!) a Local Crochet Group
Crochet for Good — and Monsters
Yarn-Bombing Statues Turn Heads
Holiday Crochet Ideas + free Gift Planner Printable
LOOPED IN
Crochet News
🔶 Olympic Champ Turns Craft Entrepreneur
Olympic gold medalist Tom Daley is making waves beyond the pool with his growing crochet empire. After years of sharing his handmade creations online, Daley has launched Made With Love by Tom Daley crochet kits and now says he’s “fully committed” to the craft world — designing, promoting, and inspiring new makers to pick up a hook. (Read more: Daily Mail)
🔶 Crocheted Monsters Help Visitors Confront Big Feelings
A new exhibit at the Denver Art Museum invites guests to cuddle their emotions—literally. Artist Dani Dodge has filled the gallery with soft, hand-crocheted “emotional support monsters” that encourage visitors to explore anxiety, sadness, and joy through touch and play. The installation blends art therapy and fiber craft, showing how crochet can comfort, connect, and heal. (See pictures and read more: KUNC)
🔶 Yarn-Bombed Statues Turn Heads in Wichita
A local woman used 20,000 yards of yarn to dress 5 statues on a main road in crocheted regalia as part of a yarn-bombing caper. (Read more and see video: Kansas.com)
YARN OVER HOOK
My Weekly Favorite Finds
A curated selection of useful (mostly) crochet-related articles and tools I’ve come across recently for you to explore. All links have been vetted! 🧡
🧶 Crochet Hooks
These matt PURPLE crochet hooks from Furls are so much fun - lightweight, smooth, and easy on your hands!
❣️ Made with Love
Add professional quality to your finished objects by attaching leather “Made with Love” tags to create a polished look for holiday giving.
And speaking of professional, any kind of eye or nose or eyelid you can think of for your holiday crafts, you can find it at GlassEyesOnline.
☃️ Assorted Holiday Patterns
Frankenstein’s Monster and Ghost kitchen towels from Crocheted Simplicity
Snowman Garland from Maria’s Blue Crayon
A Collection of Small crochet bag charms ideal for gifts from I Can Crochet That.
Download your printable crochet gift planner to start planning holiday crocheting.
🧡 Featured Crochet Charity
Project Chemo Crochet collects crocheted blankets for comfort chemo patients during treatment. If a blanket is too much for you, they also take 9in crocheted squares that are stitched together to make a larger blanket.
STITCH BY STITCH
🧶How to Find (or Start!) a Crochet Group
Crocheting is often a solo sport, but stitching alongside others can spark creativity, accountability, and genuine friendship. It’s not so easy to find people with the same interests, so pack up your crochet bag and find “your people”. Here’s how to find them:
✨ Where to Look
Check Meetup.com: Search for “crochet,” “stitch & bitch,” or “fiber arts.” Many groups post their upcoming meetups there.
Ask at your local library: Libraries often host craft circles that may not be advertised.
Call your local yarn or craft store: Many have bulletin boards or monthly gatherings for crocheters and knitters.
Search Facebook Events: Use keywords like “crochet meetup,” “fiber night,” or “stitch circle” with your town’s name.
Check community centers or parks & rec listings: These often feature hobby clubs or adult enrichment groups that welcome newcomers.
🧡 If You Don’t Find One — Start One!
Pick a location: Coffee shops, libraries, or community centers make great low-cost meeting spots.
Set a simple goal: “Bring a WIP (work in progress) and crochet for an hour” is all you need to begin.
Post about it: Share in local Facebook groups or Nextdoor.
Keep it relaxed: No RSVPs, no pressure — just yarn, conversation, and connection.
🌟 Bonus Tip: Bring extra hooks, a skein to share, or a small charity project to work on together — it’s a great icebreaker and makes the meetup feel instantly welcoming.
Crochet might start as a hobby, but the community you build around it is where real magic happens! 🧡
👉 Are you a part of a crochet group or have started one? Hit reply and let me know about it!
IN STITCHES
WEAVING IN THE ENDS
Thanks for reading. See you next week for more crochet inspiration when we’ll talk about Crochet Courage! Until then, keep connecting, creating, and finding joy in every stitch.
—Michelle 🧡
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